La Criolla, Inc.

La Criolla, Inc. La Criolla, Inc. | Est. 1957
Authentic spices, herbs & seasonings crafted with tradition and quality. Family‑owned in Alsip, IL.

No artificial additives — just real flavor.
✨ El orgullo de tu cocina
Custom blending & private label solutions available. In 1957 Avelino Maldonado began selling spices out of the trunk of his car. Within months, he leased a small warehouse and established La Criolla Foods to cater to independent grocers serving Chicago’s growing Hispanic market. That same year, we introduced our specially-formul

ated Adobo La Criolla Seasoning. It continues to be one of our most popular items. Over the next four decades, we’ve added more blends and products to better serve you and your cooking needs. We’ve earned the trust of countless loyal customers, including restaurants, businesses, and families. We have become the choice of chefs and cooks throughout the country and we remain committed to pleasing their taste buds and perfecting their dishes.

06/15/2026

These juicy, air-fried shrimp bites are packed with flavor, high in protein, and ready in minutes. Perfect for meal prep, a quick lunch, or a healthy snack.

Ingredients

* 1 lb (450g) jumbo shrimp, peeled & deveined
* 4 tsp olive oil
* ½ tsp salt
* ½ tsp garlic powder
* ½ tsp paprika
* ¼ tsp ground black pepper
* 2 tsp lemon juice
* Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
* Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)

Macros (Entire Recipe)

* Calories: ~605 kcal
* Protein: ~108g
* Carbs: ~3g
* Fat: ~25g

06/12/2026

Whether you’re stocking a grocery store, restaurant, or food business, bringing authentic Latin flavor to your customers has never been easier.

From our signature Sazón blends to everyday kitchen essentials, La Criolla is proud to help make every meal unforgettable.



06/11/2026

don’t think that’s quite right 😅

06/09/2026

🥩 Best Damn Air Fryer Steak Bites 🥩

Juicy steak bites tossed in smoked paprika, garlic, cumin, oregano, and black pepper, then air fried to perfection and finished with a fresh homemade chimichurri. Simple ingredients. Big flavor. 🔥

Steak Bite Seasoning:
• 1 lb steak (sirloin, ribeye, or filet mignon)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp kosher salt

Fresh Chimichurri:
• ½ cup fresh parsley
• 2 garlic cloves
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes
• Salt & pepper to taste

Air fry at 390 for 5 min, flip at 4. Then top with chimichurri and enjoy. 🔥

Estimated Macros (per serving, 4 servings):

* Calories: ~280
* Protein: ~23g
* Carbs: ~1g
* Fat: ~20g

06/08/2026

don’t you dare

05/28/2026

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05/27/2026

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05/25/2026

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05/19/2026

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When the seasonings hit just right 😎 by Chef
05/15/2026

When the seasonings hit just right 😎

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Address

12828S Ridgeway Avenue
Alsip, IL
60803

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+13122438882

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